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Modesto Fire Department
Modesto, CA · Stanislaus County
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Department careers page ↗The Modesto Fire Department is a full-service, all-risk emergency organization serving the city of Modesto in California's Stanislaus County. Through mutual and automatic aid it also supports ten neighboring communities, including Ceres, Oakdale, Riverbank, Empire, Waterford, Salida, and others across the Central Valley.
The department operates from 11 fire stations plus an administration office, delivering fire suppression, emergency medical care, and specialized rescue services. It runs a fire-based EMS model in which firefighters are trained as Emergency Medical Technicians or Paramedics.
Beyond structural firefighting, Modesto Fire fields dedicated teams for hazardous materials, technical rescue, and water rescue, and carries out fire prevention, safety education, and fire investigation work for the community.
Mission"serve, protect and partner with you for a safer Modesto"
Modesto Fire recruits through the city and directs prospective firefighters to its "Become a Firefighter" resources, which cover career opportunities, education standards, physical performance requirements, and the hiring process. Interested candidates can reach out through the department's online recruitment contact form.
The department also runs a Fire Explorer Program for young people ages 16-21 who want early exposure to the fire service, and points candidates to the statewide FCTC (Firefighter Candidate Testing Center) system for testing.
How do I apply to become a Modesto firefighter?
Start with the department's "Become a Firefighter" resources on the city website, which cover career opportunities, education, physical performance, and the hiring process, and submit the online Modesto Fire Recruitment Contact Form to express interest.
Do I need to be an EMT or Paramedic?
Modesto operates a fire-based EMS system, and its firefighters are certified as either Emergency Medical Technicians or Paramedics, with paramedics providing advanced life support such as IV therapy, advanced airway management, cardiac monitoring, and defibrillation.
Is there a program for young people interested in firefighting?
Yes. The department runs a Fire Explorer Program open to individuals ages 16-21 who want early hands-on exposure to the fire service.
What specialized teams could I work on?
Beyond fire suppression and EMS, Modesto Fire fields a Hazardous Materials Team, a Technical Rescue Team, and a Water Rescue capability, and also handles fire prevention, safety education, and fire investigations.
How many stations does Modesto Fire operate?
The department staffs 11 fire stations plus an administration office, serving Modesto and surrounding Central Valley communities.